US-Israel Tensions: Spying Report Adds To Alarm American Jewish Leaders Feel About Growing Rift
A report alleging Israeli spied on closed-door U.S. talks with Iran is poised to further strain the relationship.
Dalai Lama Praises India For Secularism Amid Fears Of Growing Religious Intolerance
The spiritual leader’s comments come as India’s religious minorities fear growing intolerance amid rising Hindu nationalism.
South Africa Mosque Holds First Interfaith Marriage: Muslim Woman, Christian Man Marry In Controversial Ceremony
The imam of a Cape Town mosque is challenging the idea that Islam bans interfaith marriages.
London Ahavas Torah Synagogue Attack: 6 Arrested After 'Anti-Semitic' Mob Violence
Authorities cite "the completely unacceptable actions of a drunken group" and plan to step up area patrols.
Boko Haram Update: Chad Bombs Islamist Militants In Nigeria, Several Dozen Killed
Chadian strikes killed several dozen Boko Haram fighters in the Nigerian village of Djaboullam, said a senior Niger official.
ISIS Tikrit Battle: Shiite Militia Leader Criticizes Iraq Army 'Weaklings' Calling For US Support
The remarks signal possible rifts between Iraq’s army and the Iranian-backed Shiite militias currently supporting the Tikrit offensive.
ISIS Battle: Islamic State No Longer 'On The March' In Iraq and Syria, CIA Director Says
CIA Director John Brennan contends the Islamic State group's momentum has been blunted in Iraq and Syria.
Tunisia Museum Attack: Manhunt Underway For Third Suspect In Bardo Assault
"He won't go very far," President Beji Caid Essebsi says, while acknowledging the country faces a larger jihadist threat.
Texas Ramadan Lawsuit: Muslim Prisoner Sues Government For Violating Right To Observe Holy Month
Jailers denied 11 requests that meals be provided in accordance with his religious beliefs, a man convicted of wire fraud claims.
Nowruz Persian New Year 2015: Why The Islamic Republic Celebrates A Pre-Islamic Holiday
Nowruz has historically been celebrated by people in the region regardless of their religious affiliations.
Yemen Crisis: 5 Things To Know About Yemen's Political Instability After The Sana'a Suicide Bombings
Fears of sectarian violence are growing as the conflict between the Houthi rebels and Sunni extremist factions intensifies.
Spring Equinox 2015: 3 Things To Know About The Pagan Ostara Festival
Unlike many other pagan holidays, Ostara does not have its roots in Celtic tradition, but in ancient Anglo-Saxon beliefs.
Malaysia Shariah Law: Islamist Party Passes Bill To Implement Harsh Islamic Criminal Punishments
Critics warn that a bill in Malaysia's Kelantan state could threaten the religious co-existence enshrined in the country's constitution.
India Nun Gang Rape: Catholic Leader Takes Aim At Hindu Nationalist Hard-liners After Attack
“The country has a responsibility toward all of us," the cardinal says, amid outage over the alleged gang rape of an elderly nun.
Israel Elections: 3 Reasons Benjamin Netanyahu Is On His Way To Being Israel’s Longest-Serving Prime Minister
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's dramatic win sets him up to break the record set by David Ben-Gurion, the nation's founder.
Israel's Ultra-Orthodox Parties Lose Knesset Seats But Stand To Gain Influence Under Netanyahu
Haredi parties such as Shas lost seats in parliament but may see their priorities addressed in a coalition government.
Muslim Activists Criticize Bobby Jindal Radical Islam Travel Ban As ‘Fearmongering’
The remarks are his latest attempt to burnish his presidential credentials at the expense of Muslims, activists said.
Israel Elections: Palestinians Not Optimistic About Future Peace Talks, Regardless Of Vote Outcome
Regardless of Israeli election results, the country lacks a consensus for creating a lasting peace, a commentator said.
Israel Elections: Ultra-Orthodox Shas Party Banned From Distributing 'Keys To Heaven' Fliers To Voters
The ultra-Orthodox Shas faction has been ordered to stop distributing fliers claiming that supporters will go "straight to heaven."
Israel Elections: Centrist Politics Gains Momentum Against Netanyahu Amid Focus On Social And Economic Issues
The Zionist Union's strong appeal against Netanyahu reflects the growing importance of social and economic concerns.
Stonehenge Mystery: Monument Was An ‘Ancient Mecca On Stilts,’ Says New Theory
A new theory about the British monument turns conventional thinking upside down -- literally.
Anne Frank Quotes: 9 Inspirational Sayings On The 70th Anniversary Of Her Death
Anne's diary has served as one of the most indelible reminders of the human tragedy of WWII.
When Is Easter Sunday 2015? Date, History Of Why The Christian Holiday Changes Days Every Year
Setting the date of Easter celebrations has been a controversial subject historically.
St. Patrick’s Day 2015: Music, Traditional Songs, Lyrics To Celebrate Irish Culture
From "Molly Malone" to "Danny Boy," here are five traditional Irish songs to get you into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit.
Ask Hamas? Palestinian Group’s Twitter Campaign To Challenge ‘Terror’ Label Backfires
The Palestinian group's efforts to improve its image hit a stumbling block on the first day of a new social media campaign.
Iraq Christian Brigade To Battle ISIS: Anti-Islamic State 'Tiger Guards' Will Support Kurdish Fighters
Participants are volunteers who want to liberate their land from the Islamic State group, a training academy commander said.
Egypt Plans New Capital City: Cairo To Be Extended To Red Sea In Ambitious Project By Sisi Government
The move aims to reduce congestion in the current capital, which has a population of about 18 million.
Israel Elections 2015: Social And Economic Issues, Not Iran, Dominate Political Race
Israeli voters are most concerned about housing prices and the cost of living.
Israel Elections: Campaign Videos By Likud, Zionist Union Use Humor In Netanyahu-Focused Political Ads
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu even starred in his own sitcom-style TV spot.
Israel Elections 2015 Date: March 17 Vote To Be Crucial Political Test For Netanyahu
“We are in danger of really losing!” read a text message sent to Likud activists on Tuesday.
